Dr Johnson Posts an Announcement on Her Course Web Page

question 68

Multiple Choice

Dr. Johnson posts an announcement on her course web page that she is administering an exam on Thursday. On Thursday, she is surprised to find that over half of her students either did not prepare for the exam or did not study the correct material. This misunderstanding illustrates what aspect of communication competence?

• A) The message should be ethical.
• B) Emotions are expressed unintentionally.
• C) Communication is a linear process.
• D) The message should achieve its intended effect.

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Definitions:

Internal

Pertaining to or happening within an organization or entity, as opposed to external factors or influences.

Competitive

The characteristic of being able to outperform competitors or rivals in a market.

HR Practices

A set of policies and procedures implemented by an organization's human resources department to manage employees and ensure effective workforce management.

Organizational Strategy

The comprehensive plan formulated by an organization to achieve its long-term goals and ensure competitive advantage.